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10 ways to be glad you're welcoming the New Year
... including ones with gays in Las Vegas and gay-alike (or guys who like) guys in New York

New Year's Eve can easily lapse into a night full of stress. Don't let it. What you need is a plan, which you should strike up with much consideration and then stick to, no matter the circumstances. There's no reason to be flexible or accommodating. There's no reason to acquiesce. It's your year, after all. Herewith, "Thoroughly Anderson Cooper" presents 10 worthwhile action plans for a night worth planning in advance.

1. Anderson Cooper, Kathy Griffin, Lance Bass to ring in 2010 on CNN

If you're staying in on New Year's Eve this year, Anderson Cooper and Kathy Griffin will offer the gayest countdown over on CNN. They've even got Lance Bass live in Las Vegas, and it doesn't get much gayer than that!

Last year, Kathy referred to the dick in one heckler's mouth; and there's always a fun drinking game involved.

Plus, you never go wrong with Kathy Griffin; and Anderson Cooper is never bad to look at either!!

Anderson Cooper and Kathy Griffin's CNN special airs 11pm to 12:30am (ET, of course). If you're going to be out partying with the Gay Socialites that night, then we suggest you set your DVR!

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